Journal

BETHANY COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Bethany is a leading supplier of community services in the Geelong and Barwon South West Region.

Each year Bethany works with more than 6000 families and individuals who are experiencing difficulties in their lives, which may include poverty, family violence, disability, family breakdown, relationship challenges or gambling addiction.

Their aim is always to contribute to a society where everyone is valued and enjoys the opportunity to achieve their goals and aspirations, always working towards their vision: Opportunity for All.

2018 GEELONG FATHER OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Geelong Father of the Year Award is now in it's 19th year, and continues to attract a very strong response from the local community.

In 2017, over 1,000+ entries were received from local primary school children across the region, and a record 25+ schools participated in the initiative.

Linking in with Fathers' Day, the children are asked to nominate their 'special bloke' (their father or a special father-figure), with a short story as to why this particular individual is special to them.

Such a simple gesture like a nomination, has not only seen recognition of amazing dads' and similar gents but has gained traction in raising awareness of Bethany's fantastic services available to the community.

SIRSOCK is proud to support the Bethany - Geelong Father of the Year Award, and we wish to raise awareness about the superb services that Bethany offers.